Revolution, CF Montreal meet again not long after one-sided affair
Rematch comes quickly following 4-0 New England win
Montreal looks for revenge after lopsided loss
The New England Revolution and CF Montreal will meet again on Saturday, just two weeks after the Revolution cruised to a 4-0 victory in Montreal. The rematch will be played at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
The Revolution have been in excellent form this season, winning three of their last four matches. They currently sit in second place in the Eastern Conference standings, just one point behind FC Cincinnati.
CF Montreal, on the other hand, has struggled this season. They have won just two of their last eight matches and are currently in 10th place in the Eastern Conference standings.
The Revolution will be looking to continue their good form and extend their lead in the Eastern Conference standings. CF Montreal will be looking to avenge their lopsided loss and climb up the standings.
Key Matchups
- Gustavo Bou vs. Kamal Miller: Bou is the Revolution's leading scorer this season with seven goals. Miller is Montreal's best defender and will be tasked with stopping Bou.
- Carles Gil vs. Victor Wanyama: Gil is the Revolution's most creative player and will be looking to create chances for Bou and his teammates. Wanyama is Montreal's best defensive midfielder and will be tasked with stopping Gil.
- Brandon Bye vs. Alistair Johnston: Bye is the Revolution's right back and will be looking to get forward and create chances for his teammates. Johnston is Montreal's left back and will be tasked with stopping Bye.
Prediction
The Revolution are the clear favorites in this match. They are in better form and have a better team on paper. However, CF Montreal will be looking to avenge their lopsided loss and will be playing with a lot of pride. I predict that the Revolution will win the match 2-1.
Conclusion
The rematch between the Revolution and CF Montreal is sure to be an entertaining match. The Revolution will be looking to continue their good form and extend their lead in the Eastern Conference standings. CF Montreal will be looking to avenge their lopsided loss and climb up the standings. I predict that the Revolution will win the match 2-1.
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